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Vipers troll KCCA after floodlights failure
Vipers SC could not resist taking a cheeky swipe at KCCA FC after their Uganda Premier League match against UPDF FC was abandoned following a floodlights failure at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday evening. The Kitende-based side joined the online banter by posting a viral meme of Pastor Martin Ssempa cracking up with laughter, The post Vipers troll KCCA after floodlights failure first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Kabira Country Club announces unmissable End-of-Year packages
Kabira Country Club has introduced end-of-year packages for companies and organisations looking to hold corporate parties as the year comes to a close. The packages include cocktail and buffet options, giving groups different choices depending on their preferred type of celebration. The cocktail package costs Shs75,000 per person and includes four vegetarian and four non-vegetarian The post Kabira Country Club announces unmissable End-of-Year packages first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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"I have no reason to doubt him," Desire Luzinda explains how she makes her long-distance marriage with Levixone work
Gospel singer Desire Luzinda has spoken about how she maintains trust and peace in her long-distance marriage with fellow gospel singer Levixone, saying they constantly reassure each other despite living in different countries. During an interview with Spark TV, Desire said the distance had not given her any reason to doubt her husband, explaining that The post "I have no reason to doubt him," Desire Luzinda explains how she makes her long-distance marriage with Levixone work first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu dies amid pending election petition
Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu has died at the age of 41, leaving unresolved a court petition he filed seeking to overturn the results of the January 2026 parliamentary election. Matovu, a National Unity Platform (NUP) politician, died on Thursday, 22 October, after his health suddenly deteriorated. He was initially admitted to Lubaga Hospital The post Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu dies amid pending election petition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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NBS TV's Dalton Kaweesa set to earn second Master's Degree
NBS Television journalist and media executive Dalton Kaweesa is set to add a second master's degree to his academic qualifications when he graduates with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Uganda Christian University (UCU). Kaweesa's latest qualification comes three years after he earned a Master's Degree in Journalism and Communication from Makerere University in The post NBS TV's Dalton Kaweesa set to earn second Master's Degree first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Government to give landslide-prone households Shs18 million each to relocate
The government will give each household living in landslide-prone areas of the Bugisu sub-region Shs18 million to help them relocate to safer places. The one-off payment is intended to help families buy land and establish homes away from areas at risk of landslides. Beneficiaries will be able to acquire land within Bugisu or in other The post Government to give landslide-prone households Shs18 million each to relocate first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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UMC Victoria Hospital opens Audiology Clinic at Annex Wing, offering free ear and hearing tests
UMC Victoria Hospital has opened an Audiology Clinic at its Annex Wing on 86 Kira Road, Bukoto, Kampala, offering free ear examinations, hearing tests and professional guidance to help individuals and families take better care of their hearing. The initiative aims to raise awareness about hearing health and encourage early identification of hearing difficulties among The post UMC Victoria Hospital opens Audiology Clinic at Annex Wing, offering free ear and hearing tests first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:28:32
Konshens hits back at critics questioning his love for East Africa
Jamaican dancehall star Konshens has hit back at critics questioning his love for East Africa, insisting that his connection to the region goes beyond concerts and money. The singer, who is set to return to Uganda in December, took to social media to defend his long-standing relationship with East African fans, saying he has consistently The post Konshens hits back at critics questioning his love for East Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:07:41
Speke Resort Munyonyo offers corporate teams a premium setting for end-of-year parties
As 2026 draws to a close, Speke Resort Munyonyo is inviting companies to book their end-of-year corporate celebrations at the lakeside resort in Munyonyo. The resort is positioning its end-of-year packages as an opportunity for companies to bring their teams together, celebrate achievements and mark the close of the year in a relaxed setting. Companies The post Speke Resort Munyonyo offers corporate teams a premium setting for end-of-year parties first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:32:00
What you need to know about Uganda's new Special Certificate of Title guidelines
Government has resumed issuing Special Certificates of Title under new guidelines aimed at preventing land fraud and protecting property owners. The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development suspended the issuance of the certificates on 14 August 2026 following complaints that the process was being exploited by fraudsters to take over land belonging to other The post What you need to know about Uganda's new Special Certificate of Title guidelines first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:38:00
Uganda seeks bigger share of Somalia's growing market
Uganda's exports to Somalia increased from Sh11.4 billion ($2.75 million) in 2023 to Sh28 billion ($6.78 million) in 2024, according to United Nations Comtrade data. Tobacco products accounted for the largest share at Sh10.6 billion ($2.55 million), followed by aircraft and parts worth Sh5 billion ($1.2 million) and wood products valued at Sh2.2 billion ($528,470). The post Uganda seeks bigger share of Somalia's growing market first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:30:00
OPINION: What makes a brand worth your loyalty?
In todays competitive marketplace, consumers are surrounded by brands competing for their attention, money and loyalty. In all kinds of transactions we make, brands have become an important part of our everyday decisions. Businesses invest heavily in advertising, attractive packaging, memorable slogans, social media campaigns and promotional offers to distinguish themselves from competitors. Yet, despite The post OPINION: What makes a brand worth your loyalty? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:51:19
Equity Bank to support hotels adopting clean energy under new government initiative
Uganda is seeking to help hotels, lodges and resorts cut energy costs and improve profitability through a new initiative promoting renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies. The National Green Hospitality Initiative was launched at Serena Hotel Kampala on 20 October 2026 by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Equity Bank Uganda. It aims to The post Equity Bank to support hotels adopting clean energy under new government initiative first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:10:00
Uganda Waragi to celebrate the Spirit of Laughter At "2 Kings One Mic" showcase
The Spirit of Uganda is proud to announce its support for "2 Kings One Mic," a landmark comedy event featuring Patrick "Salvador" Idringi and Dr. Hillary Okello with the show set to take place on Friday, 23rd October at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This show brings together two of the country's most acclaimed stand-up comedians The post Uganda Waragi to celebrate the Spirit of Laughter At "2 Kings One Mic" showcase first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:36:33
"If your papers are genuine, you have nothing to fear," Tayebwa tells Parliament staff seeking help over ongoing validation exercise
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has urged Parliament staff to stop asking for his intervention in the ongoing staff verification exercise, saying employees with genuine academic qualifications and valid appointment records have nothing to worry about. Tayebwa made the remarks while chairing a plenary sitting on Tuesday, a day after Parliament launched a two-week verification exercise The post "If your papers are genuine, you have nothing to fear," Tayebwa tells Parliament staff seeking help over ongoing validation exercise first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:13:23
Man suspected of multiple armed robberies in Kampala arrested with AK-47
Police have arrested a man and recovered an AK-47 rifle, three magazines and live ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Busega, Kampala. The operation was conducted at about 7pm on 19 October 2026 in Kitaka Cell, Busega Ward, Rubaga Division, according to police. The suspect, identified as Atuzarirwe David, is suspected of involvement in a The post Man suspected of multiple armed robberies in Kampala arrested with AK-47 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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